BLM 6770 and Fuller Bottom Road(edit)

Cat 4 Moderate due to Water Crossing check flow rates / 13 miles / 1 hour The San Rafael Swell in Central Utah is famous for its unique geography and incredible diversity. Boasting multiple dark sky parks, pictograph and petroglyph panels, the world-famous Goblin Valley, and the Wedge (Mini Grand Canyon), the San Rafael Swell is one not to miss. In the northern portion of the Swell, the San Rafael River carves its way from Emery County 90 miles southeast, where it meets with the Green River shortly before it joins up with the Colorado River. Along the river banks is Fuller Bottom, an "oasis" within the arid climate of the San Rafael Swell. Lush with vegetation, Fuller Bottom is accessed by a relatively easy offroad trail from the north and the south. Most visitors come in from the north due to the easy access from the intersecting Wedge Overlook and Buckhorn Wash trails. Coming in from the south requires you to cross the San Rafael River, which may not be an easy task based on when you expect to be traveling. Although this trail, in particular, may not boast of any specific interests aside from Fuller Bottom itself and the river crossing, it is worth the drive! Fuller Bottom gives you access to the petroglyphs and pictographs along Buckhorn Wash to the north and the incredible network of trails to the south, such as Devils Racetrack, Fixit Pass, Eagle Canyon or North Fork of Coal Wash. Fuller Bottom starts as an easy, graded dirt road with an occasional sandy wash crossing. At Fuller Bottom, on the San Rafael River, the far side of the crossing is beset with some very slick red mud. After the river crossing, there will be more sand until you reach the slightly higher elevation, where the trail will turn back into firm dirt, kicking up plenty of dust along the way. This straight-through trail starts at 5600 feet, drops you to around 5200, and finishes off around 5500. There are no major obstacles, but the river crossing can be challenging or impossible in high water during the spring or after any large storms. This trail is suitable for anyone in a high clearance 4WD vehicle. Just keep in mind that the river can be up to 40 inches deep at times with a strong current.

Length: 19.93 km (12.38 mi)

Length: 19.93 km (12.38 mi)